The Stinger is designed to process and recognise licence plates and associated imagery and transmit results using its internal communication interfaces. Options include GSM/GPRS or 3G and 802.911g WLAN and 100Mbps Ethernet.
Camera components are based on Appian’s high performance Cobra Camera. Customers can select a range of flexible camera and IR illumination options, including dual cameras and long range illumination options. Optical zoom means the Stinger system can be optimised to suit differing plate and environmental conditions at ANPR capture points. All camera settings can be controlled and adjusted remotely in real time.
The robust processor is designed to operate in harsh environmental conditions including extreme temperature fluctuations. The processor is capable of handling up to four separate video inputs, and each Stinger has the capability to connect and process imagery from a ‘slave’ Cobra dual ANPR camera.
The choice of Intel processor and Windows OS allows additional electronic sensors, devices and applications to be readily integrated. These include DSRC/RFID, speed and red light detection devices – all connected to and controlled by Stinger.
Stinger requires minimal installation and its discreet appearance has little impact on the environment, making it the ideal stand alone ANPR surveillance system, Appian says.